1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1964 Rover P5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 DKW F 91, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | DKW | Rover |
| Model | F 91 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
